Welcome to the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (Regulations).

The Regulations have been written to support this vision, and reflect the extensive feedback
received from stakeholders involved in IPF procurements financed by the World Bank. They are
designed to support a modern, fit for purpose procurement framework. The Regulations detail
many options to tailor individual procurement processes to meet operational needs and deliver
the right result.

Borrowers using the Regulations spend billions each year procuring the works, services, or goods
they need from third-party suppliers, contractors and consultants. Procurements under these
Regulations happen in over 170 countries across the globe. They cover diverse locations and some
challenging operating environments. Procurements range from highly complex infrastructure,
cutting edge consultancy, major pieces of plantfequipment, high tech information technology,
research and development, and critical supplies, to simple, routine goods and services. Therefore,
these Regulations must be practical, in all situations, to ensure the correct procurement approach
is used to deliver the right results.

The Regulations are guided by the following core procurement principles: value for money,
economy, integrity, fit for purpose, efficiency, transparency and fairness.

In supporting the core procurement principles, the Regulations provide many choices for
Borrowers to design the right approach to market. The Regulations also specify the rules that
must be followed, so that it is easier, for all those involved, to understand the procurement
process.

Complementing the Regulations are a series of Standard Procurement Documents (SPDs),
Guidance, and a set of briefing, training and e-learnlng materials - all accessible through
www.worldbank.org/procurement.

Undertaking any procurement can be a challenging prospect. The World Bank is there to support
its Borrowers as needed. For more information please contact your local World Bank
representative, or see www.worldbank.org/procurement

We wish you every success in using these Regulations, and look forward to supporting you to
deliver your project development objectives.